CVE-2022-3548 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability was found in SourceCodester Simple Cold Storage Management System 1.0 that leads to cross-site scripting through the manipulation of the argument 'Name'. This vulnerability, identified as VDB-211048, can be exploited remotely.

Understanding CVE-2022-3548

This section provides an overview of the CVE-2022-3548 vulnerability

What is CVE-2022-3548?

The vulnerability in SourceCodester Simple Cold Storage Management System 1.0 allows for cross-site scripting by manipulating the 'Name' argument, with a base severity score of 2.4.

The Impact of CVE-2022-3548

The impact of this vulnerability is considered low, affecting the confidentiality and integrity of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-3548

In this section, we delve into the technical aspects of the CVE-2022-3548 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves improper neutralization, leading to injection and ultimately cross-site scripting (CWE-707, CWE-74, CWE-79).

Affected Systems and Versions

SourceCodester Simple Cold Storage Management System version 1.0 is the affected product.

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote attackers can exploit the vulnerability through the manipulation of the 'Name' argument.

Mitigation and Prevention

Here are the steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2022-3548 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Ensure to apply relevant patches and updates to the affected system promptly.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure coding practices and regularly update system components.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates from SourceCodester and apply them to prevent exploitation.